Peoria, Illinois – A line of thunderstorms pushing out of Iowa is expected to sweep through central Illinois early Monday, bringing 40–50 mph wind gusts, frequent lightning, and torrential downpours during the morning commute.
According to the National Weather Service in Lincoln, the storm complex began decaying over eastern Iowa around 3 a.m. CDT but remains potent enough to trigger scattered severe conditions. The system will approach areas west of the Illinois River—including Galesburg, Macomb, and Quincy—between 6 and 7 a.m., moving east toward Peoria and Lincoln by 8 a.m. and potentially reaching Champaign and Danville by 10 a.m.
Isolated thunderstorms may form ahead of the main line, particularly in southeastern counties. While storm intensity may weaken slightly as the line progresses east, brief damaging gusts and intense rainfall are likely to impact visibility and road conditions.
Drivers are urged to delay travel where possible and monitor real-time alerts. Secure loose outdoor items and have multiple ways to receive warnings, especially if storms become severe.
This is a short-duration threat, but additional storm activity is possible later in the week as the region remains unstable. Stay weather-aware through the morning.
